Data Breach Summary
A recent report from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office reveals that Gerber Life Insurance experienced a data breach resulting from a cybersecurity incident. Gerber Life Insurance has reported a data security incident that involved unauthorized access to certain call center systems.
Gerber Life discovered on December 5, 2024, that an unauthorized individual had gained access to specific systems used by their call center to provide telephonic customer service. Upon discovery, the company immediately terminated access to all systems and began an investigation to assess the impact of the breach. The investigation, which concluded on December 11, 2024, revealed that the unauthorized access may have resulted in the potential compromise of personal information related to certain policies.
To further protect those impacted by the breach, Gerber Life is offering LifeLock Defenderâ„¢ identity theft protection at no cost to affected individuals. This service provides monitoring and support for individuals who may be at risk of identity theft or fraud.
Although there is currently no evidence to suggest that identity theft or fraud has occurred due to this incident, individuals linked to Gerber Life Insurance are encouraged to take precautions. To minimize potential risks, it is advisable to regularly monitor financial statements, update passwords, and remain vigilant against unsolicited communications, such as phishing attempts. For additional guidance on safeguarding your information following a data breach, we encourage you to review this resource on responding to data breaches and the proactive steps you can take to protect yourself.
The compromised data includes sensitive personal information, which may include:
If you received a data breach notification from Gerber Life Insurance, it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the Gerber Life Insurance data breach. If your information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit to seek compensation for:
A successful case could also compel Gerber Life Insurance, to enhance its security practices to prevent similar incidents in the future. Contact Class Action U today to explore your legal options and protect your rights.
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